Are you a “can’t stop, won’t stop” kind of person?
Is Christmas stressing you out? Christmas- it’s supposed to be a season of celebrating the birth of Jesus. It’s a time of peace and love. But let’s be real: it’s also a season loaded with expectations. Some of those expectations are self-induced, while others come from family and friends. Before you know it, you’re stressing, worrying, and hustling to make “Christmas” happen. All of that leaves you feeling anything but peaceful because you’re caught up in the grind.
But here’s the good news: the grind doesn’t have to steal your Christmas. In the Bible, we see Mary prioritizing relationships and savoring the moment while her sister, Martha, was focused on work. This week, we’ll hear the finale of “The _____ That Stole Christmas, Part 4: Grind”, exploring how the grind can impact your faith.
Join us this week as we learn how to shift our focus away from being busy to truly cherishing the season- prioritizing what matters most over the “work”.
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The That Stole Christmas Pt 3
December 15, 2024 • Pastor Stu Hodges
Have you experienced loss?
Are you wondering how you’ll find the strength to celebrate Christmas this year? Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or the heartbreak of unfulfilled hopes and dreams, grief can feel like an overwhelming weight. Sometimes, it doesn’t fade entirely, and the Christmas season can magnify those painful waves of sorrow.
If this is where you are, you’re not alone, and it’s okay to feel what you’re feeling.
Grief can be especially challenging around the holidays, but it doesn’t have to steal your Christmas. In fact, your grieving heart needs the hope and truth of Christmas more than ever. This week, in “The _____ That Stole Christmas, Pt. 3 Grief”, Pastor stu will share three powerful parallels between the emotion of grief and the message of Christmas, which will bring comfort, encouragement, and hope to your heart.
Join us this week as we discover the hope and beauty of Christmas—even in the midst of sorrow.
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Pt 2 Grumbling
December 8, 2024 • Pastor Stu Hodges
Grumbling or Gratitude—What’s Your Default Response?
Has complaining ever really improved your circumstances? Do you ever find yourself complaining every time something happens? Whether it’s the weather not cooperating, the driver in front of you on the highway going too slow, or your kids leaving a mess (again), it’s easy to let irritation turn into grumbling. But here’s the thing- a spirit of grumbling not only affects you, it can create a toxic atmosphere for those around you.
But what if you chose gratitude instead? Gratitude has the power to shift your perspective and preserve the joy, peace, and purpose of the Christmas season. Every challenge is an opportunity to trust God more deeply.
Join us this week for “The _______ That Stole Christmas, pt. 2: Grumbling”, as Pastor Stu dives into the root of grumbling and shares how we can turn those grumble-worthy moments into opportunities to grow in trust and faith.
Don’t let grumbling steal your Christmas—choose gratitude instead!
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Pt 1 Grudge
December 1, 2024 • Pastor Stu Hodges
What’s threatening to steal your Christmas?
Ever had someone offend you? It’s easy to dwell on the hurt, replaying the situation over and over. The next thing you know, you’re holding a grudge. And a grudge? Well, it doesn’t just linger- if you’re not careful, it can steal your joy, disrupt your peace and grow a root of bitterness in your heart.
But there’s a better way. Instead of holding onto that bitterness, you can choose to let it go. This week, in our new series, “The ______ That Stole Christmas, Part 1: Grudge”, Pastor Stu will unpack how holding onto resentment not only weighs us down but also robs us of the peace and joy God wants for us. He’ll share the life-changing, biblical truth of letting go of offenses and choosing forgiveness.
Don’t miss this inspiring message about laying down the offenses in your life and experiencing freedom from bitterness.
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